These gentlemen weren’t kings but rather the wisest men of the time. They were also called Magi, referring to a priestly caste in Persia, where it is supposed they traveled from. The men were scholars, astrologers, seers, and fortunetellers…and very well versed in all types of ancient writings. No doubt they had poured over the Pentateuch and the many prophecies of the coming Messiah and His star, so when this brilliant orb rose in the night sky, they immediately remembered Numbers 24:17, “I see Him, but not now; I behold Him, but not near. A star will come out of Jacob; a scepter will rise out of Israel.” and organized an expedition to find this Messiah spoken of. Despite their culture and religion, they came in respect and honor, familiar with Daniel’s prophecy of the Anointed One. (Daniel 9:24-27) And with them, they brought Gold, representing a royal gift afforded to Kings…Frankincense, representing His Divinity…and Myrrh, representing Jesus’ humanity and foretelling His death and burial. These unnamed Magi traveled many miles out of curiosity and desire to connect the dots of ancient prophecy…and they found it in a stable manger.
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